ENGLISH (Original instructions) Intended use If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) Your Black & Decker hedgetrimmer has been designed for protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of trimming hedges, shrubs and brambles.
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ENGLISH (Original instructions) c. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or Additional power tool safety warnings the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing Warning! Additional safety warnings for hedge power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce trimmers the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
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ENGLISH (Original instructions) ♦ Always ensure that all guards are fitted when using the tool. Never attempt to use an incomplete tool or a tool Always wear head and eye protection. with unauthorised modifications. ♦ Never allow children to use the tool. To ensure continued safe operation, check the ♦...
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ENGLISH (Original instructions) ♦ Do not charge damaged batteries. Features ♦ Under extreme conditions, battery leakage may occur. 1. On/off switch When you notice liquid on the batteries, carefully wipe the 2. Lock-off button liquid off using a cloth. Avoid skin contact. 3.
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ENGLISH (Original instructions) ♦ If the new battery gives the same indication as the original battery, take the charger to be tested at an Warning! Let the tool work at its own pace. Do not authorised service centre. overload. Note It may take as long as 60 minutes to determine that Charging the battery (fig.
ENGLISH (Original instructions) Cleaning maintenance and storage Protecting the environment Your Black & Decker tool has been designed to operate over a long period of time with a minimum of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon proper tool Separate collection. This product must not be care and regular cleaning.
ENGLISH (Original instructions) EC declaration of conformity Technical data MACHINERY DIRECTIVE GTC1843L H1 Input voltage Vdc 18 No-load speed 1,400 GTC1843L Blade length cm 43 Black & Decker declares that these products described under “technical data” are in compliance with:...
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ENGLISH (Original instructions) Guarantee Black & Decker is confident of the quality of its products and offers an outstanding guarantee. This guarantee statement is in addition to and in no way prejudices your statutory rights. The guarantee is valid within the territories of the Member States of the European Union and the European Free Trade Area.
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ENGLISH Do not forget to register your product! www.blackanddecker.co.uk/productregistration Register your product online at www.blackanddecker.co.uk/productregistration or send your name, surname and product code to Black & Decker in your country...
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Australia Black & Decker (Australia) Pty. Ltd. Tel. 03-8720 5100 20 Fletcher Road, Mooroolbark, Fax 03-9727 5940 Victoria, 3138 New Zealand Black & Decker Tel. +64 9 259 1133 5 Te Apunga Place Fax +64 9 259 1122 Mt Wellington Auckland 1060 United Kingdom Black &...